Team Lead, Sales & Trade Development at MTN Nigeria

Job Description

• To promote MTN brand and deliver on monthly sales target and other expectations as required by the division.
• To lead and manage a team of Sales Representatives, Mobilize Consultants, Field Support Agents, and SRAA
• Ensure increase in sales/activations and product penetration by ensuring brand visibility within territory.
• Review channel operations and stock levels and ensure proper stock management in channel in order to meet customer demands.
• Coach and train direct reports to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and increase product knowledge, as well as identify developmental opportunities for team members.
• Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Oversee and coordinate all technical activities, the activities of direct reports and ensure all transaction and administrative documentation is recorded and available for business use.
• Build and maintain relationships with dealers, participate in organizing channel distributor forums and events to enhance business relationship.
• Provide procedural and policy guidance to direct reports and other operational staff and communicate service standards to direct report to ensure that targets are achieved.
• Work with other units /departments including Marketing to arrange promotions and local events that increase the presence and visibility of all products within the target market.
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.
• Drive Knowledge Management and Best Practice Sharing within own Unit/Department/Division/Enterprise-wide as required.

Job Condition:

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours/weekends
• Tool of trade vehicle provided
• Work is carried out mostly in the field
• Open plan office

Minimum Qualification

• BA, B.Eng, B.Ed, B.Sc or HND